Alapark Events
Park: Oak Mountain
Masters of the Marsh: Alligators of Alabama
When: 12/12/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Learn more about these kings of the swamp and meet an American alligator up close!
Park: Wind Creek
Alabama State Parks Junior Ranger Program: Nature Hike
When: 12/12/2026 at 12:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Trailhead by Boat Ramp Parking Lot
Join our park naturalist for a hike on the Alabama Reunion Trail!
Park: Cathedral Caverns
Trackin' It with Junior Rangers!
When: 12/12/2026 at 01:30 PMMeeting Place: Gift Shop
Follow the trail of curiosity and adventure towards the discovery of tracks and the Junior Ranger Program!
Park: Wind Creek
Painting in the Park: Christmas Ornaments
When: 12/12/2026 at 05:00 PMMeeting Place: Clubhouse
Paint a new ornament to add to your Christmas tree at home!
Park: Wind Creek
Eco Tour on Lake Martin
When: 12/13/2026 at 12:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina Store
Enjoy a guided boat ride around Lake Martin!
Park: Oak Mountain
Junior Ranger: Leave No Trace
When: 12/13/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Learn more about Leave No Trace as you work toward your Junior Ranger badge!
Park: Joe Wheeler
Junior Ranger Journey: Hiking at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 12/13/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Lodge Lobby
Junior Ranger Journey: Hiking at Joe Wheeler State Park
Park: Rickwood Caverns
December Discoveries
When: 12/13/2026 at 03:00 PMMeeting Place: Gift Shop
Find out what seasonal changes December has to offer in this introductory phenology hike for all ages along Karst Trail.
Park: Oak Mountain
SPSOA Deer Management Hunts-Oak Mountain
When: 12/14/2026 at 12:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
State Park Special Opportunity Area Urban Deer Management Program Hunt
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Become a Civilian Scientist
When: 12/14/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Become a citizen scientist and discover how you can help document and understand the natural world around you!
Park: Gulf
12 Days of Christmas Snakes
When: 12/16/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Discover the fascinating world of our native snakes in this engaging educational program!
Park: Lake Lurleen
Junior Rangers Become Geologists
When: 12/16/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Nature Center (building on right after main park entrance)
Come hang out with our Education Team at Lake Lurleen State Park and learn all about geology!
Park: Lakepoint
Where's the Wildlife? - Lakepoint Nature School
When: 12/16/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
Where’s the Wildlife? Learn why animals seem scarce in winter and how to spot their hidden signs during the winter.
Park: Lake Lurleen
Junior Rangers Become Geologists
When: 12/16/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Nature Center (building on right after main park entrance)
Come hang out with our Education Team at Lake Lurleen State Park and learn all about geology!
Park: Frank Jackson
SPSOA Deer Management Hunt-Frank Jackson
When: 12/17/2026 at 12:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
State Park Special Opportunity Area Urban Deer Management Program Hunt
Fees may apply.